In this episode of State of the Workforce, we sit down with representatives from the Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) to explore the vital role the Bureau plays in supporting both workers and employers across the state. We discuss how the BWC helps Tennesseans through services like mediation, the ombudsman program, and return-to-work initiatives designed to assist injured workers in regaining stability and purpose. The conversation also highlights how the Bureau partners with employers to ensure compliance and promote safer workplaces. We wrap up the episode with a closer look at the BWC’s Medical Unit and their focus on best practices for the long-term care and recovery of injured workers.